Director of Product, Rider and Driver Mobile Experience

The role

You will lead a complex, scaled portfolio of products and features for mobile apps. This role involves defining the vision and strategic roadmap for a unified mobile platform for riders and drivers.

What you will do

• Define and lead the vision and strategic roadmap for the next-generation mobile platform.
• Leverage data analytics, AI, user research, and innovative thinking to spearhead product features.
• Manage full-stack development from front-end user interfaces to back-end architecture, API integrations, and third-party partner connections.
• Collaborate on user-first design and interface details.
• Assess the value relative to cost for all product requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison across Engineering, QA, Operations, and Business teams.

Required qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in successful startups or large companies operating on a global scale.
• Owned a broad set of products, led a product domain/line across a company, and built category-leading products.
• Ability to digest market research and customer feedback with a crisp understanding of technical requirements and constraints.
• Strong understanding of how AI and emerging technologies can transform product experiences.
• Track record of identifying and shipping AI-powered solutions.
• Demonstrated success in handling an end-to-end product lifecycle.
• Excellent analytical abilities and a strong business acumen.
• Ability to multitask in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.
• Pro-active and independent achiever, self-learner, able to handle a task from idea to production.
• Team player with great communication/listening skills and a can-do attitude.

Nice to have

• Working experience in public transit, mapping, SaaS and accessibility

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage
• Low-cost dental and vision plans
• 401(k) with company match and vesting
• Fully paid parental leave for new parents, with extended leave options
• Mental health benefits
• Pet insurance
• Other wellness perks
• 20 days of paid time off (PTO) annually

About the company

Via is using technology to transform transportation around the world. They aim to change daily commutes and reduce the collective environmental footprint.